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    Nakhon Pathom is one of the central provinces of Thailand located west of Bangkok. It has a tropical climate with hot temperatures year-round and distinct wet and dry seasons. Nakhon Pathom's population in 2021 was estimated at around 518,433 people. The major attractions in Nakhon Pathom include the Phra Pathom Chedi, one of the tallest Buddhist monuments in the world; the Phra Pathom Chedi Museum containing historical artifacts; and an annual Phra Pathom Chedi Festival celebrated in November with lights, performances, and markets.

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    Nakhon Pathom is one of the central provinces of Thailand located west of Bangkok. It has a tropical climate with hot temperatures year-round and distinct wet and dry seasons. Nakhon Pathom's population in 2021 was estimated at around 518,433 people. The major attractions in Nakhon Pathom include the Phra Pathom Chedi, one of the tallest Buddhist monuments in the world; the Phra Pathom Chedi Museum containing historical artifacts; and an annual Phra Pathom Chedi Festival celebrated in November with lights, performances, and markets.

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    Nakhon Pathom is one of the central provinces of Thailand located west of Bangkok. It has a tropical climate with hot temperatures year-round and distinct wet and dry seasons. Nakhon Pathom's population in 2021 was estimated at around 518,433 people. The major attractions in Nakhon Pathom include the Phra Pathom Chedi, one of the tallest Buddhist monuments in the world; the Phra Pathom Chedi Museum containing historical artifacts; and an annual Phra Pathom Chedi Festival celebrated in November with lights, performances, and markets.

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    NAKORN PATHOM

    Nakhon Pathom is one of the central provinces of Thailand.


    Neighbouring provinces are (from north clockwise) Suphan
    Buri, Ayutthaya, Nonthaburi, Bangkok, Samut Sakhon, Ratchaburi,
    and Kanchanaburi. The capital city of Nakhon Pathom Province is Nakhon Pathom.

    Nakhon Pathom has a tropical climate. In winter, there is much less rainfall than in
    summer. This location is classified as Aw by Köppen and Geiger. In Nakhon Pathom, the
    average annual temperature is 27.8 °C | 82.0 °F. About 1290 mm | 50.8 inch of precipitation falls
    annually.

    Nakhon Pathom's 2021 population is now estimated at 518,433.

    history
    Dvaravati period

    The ancient city of Nakhon Pathom began to have a settlement for at least around the 8th
    to 11th century, with great prosperity during the 13th-14th century and deteriorated in the 17th
    century.

    Sukhothai period

    In the Sukhothai period, the name of Nakhon Pathom is still unknown. The ancient city of
    Nakhon Pathom in the Sukhothai period was under the rule of Sukhothai. The ancient city of
    Nakhon Pathom was called “Nakhon Phra Krit”.

    Ayutthaya period

    During the reign of Maha Chakkraphat it was during the Burmese army to attack Ayutthaya
    several times. Maha Chakkraphat combine the 3 cities into a new city and named after the
    ancient city that “Nakhon Chaisri City”.

    Rattanakosin period

    During the reign of King Rama V(hmmm ok), has changed the provincial government, by
    combining the districts into a group called "Monthon" depending on the Ministry of Interior.
    Changed the name from the city "Nakhon Chaisi" to "Nakhon Pathom" in 1916.

    The provincial slogan is "Sweet pomelo, white rice, beautiful daughter, sweet rice.
    Sanam Chan Beautiful,Phutthamonthon with Citizens,Phra Pathom Chedi in the sky ,Beautiful in
    the eyes of the Tha Chin River"

    Pomelon is OTOP of Nakorn Pathom


    Main tourist attraction

    1. Phra Pathom Chedi

    Known as the "holiest and first among chedis,"


    Phra Pathom Chedi is the single most important attraction in this ancient enclave. At 118 meters,
    (127 meters including the terraces), it is the tallest Buddhist monument in the world, standing
    higher even than the famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Burma.

    2. Phra Pathom Chedi - Museum

    The old temple museum, containing Mon stucco and stone sculptures, is in the wiharn
    near the East entrance. The main building of the museum dates back to 1979 and is by the South
    steps. Here, you'll see stone tablets from Nakhon Pathom's earliest days, as well as coins, statues
    of Buddha, and everyday objects from Thailand's ancient past.

    3. Phra Pathom Chedi Festival

    Every year pilgrims from all over Thailand flock to Nakhon Pathom's Grand Temple
    festival in November. The chedi itself is lit up with fairy lights while classical dance drama,
    shadow plays, and other entertainments take place on the terraces.

    During the festival, the great square at the chedi's foot is turned into an amusement park,
    buzzing with activities and plenty of stalls serving hot food. Don't miss out on the chance to try
    Khao Lam, a traditional local dessert of sweet sticky rice served on bamboo. There's also a
    sprawling market here during the festival, where you can buy anything from Buddhist amulets to
    second-hand clothes, trinkets, and souvenirs.

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